1999 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Frontier |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |